
Presentations

The Knowledge Bank at the Lalich Center is a comprehensive repository designed to empower survivors, families, and professionals with valuable insights into cults and coercive relationships. Our mission is to provide accessible resources that foster understanding and support recovery.
The Presentations section features recorded talks and workshops led by experts in the field, including Dr. Janja Lalich. These resources are designed to educate and empower, offering practical tools and insights to support your path to healing.
Disclaimer: The authors of the posts in this section of our website are responsible for the contents and are solely responsible for opinions expressed therein.

Dr. Janja Lalich, Keynote Presentation, DeCult Conference 2024, Christchurch, New Zealand
US expert Dr Janja Lalich is a Professor Emerita of Sociology and an international authority on cults, extremism, and coercion.
Copyright: The Decult Trust
Further info on decult.net

Perspectives on U.S. Cult-related Court Cases
Janja Lalich, Ph.D., Emerita Professor of Sociology
Cult-related court cases in the United States face significant obstacles that hinder justice for victims. Few attorneys are willing to take these cases, and even fewer qualified experts can testify on their behalf. Courts often avoid such cases due to First Amendment concerns, while cult apologists muddy the waters by blurring the lines between religion and coercion. This confusion impacts criminal and civil proceedings, including divorce and custody battles.
Explore the full presentation to uncover the complexities of these legal battles and why they matter.

Guest Host: Jamie Marich, PhD interviews Janja Lalich, PhD. Cults and Complex Trauma
Jamie Marich, PhD (she/they) speaks internationally on EMDR therapy, trauma, addiction, dissociation, expressive arts, yoga, and mindfulness, and runs a private practice and online training network in her home base of Akron, OH.
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The Lalich Center offers many opportunities for survivors and professionals to meet, learn, and share resources. Through psychoeducational recovery courses, workshops, discussion groups and continuing education, we provide curated spaces, led by trusted professionals in cult and trauma recovery, and knowledgeable Lalich Center team members.
To learn more about any of these resources, and speak with a Lalich Center team member, fill out our contact form.


Dr. Janja Lalich, Keynote Presentation, DeCult Conference 2024, Christchurch, New Zealand
US expert Dr Janja Lalich is a Professor Emerita of Sociology and an international authority on cults, extremism, and coercion.
Copyright: The Decult Trust
Further info on decult.net


Perspectives on U.S. Cult-related Court Cases
Janja Lalich, Ph.D., Emerita Professor of Sociology
Cult-related court cases in the United States face significant obstacles that hinder justice for victims. Few attorneys are willing to take these cases, and even fewer qualified experts can testify on their behalf. Courts often avoid such cases due to First Amendment concerns, while cult apologists muddy the waters by blurring the lines between religion and coercion. This confusion impacts criminal and civil proceedings, including divorce and custody battles.
Explore the full presentation to uncover the complexities of these legal battles and why they matter.
Have questions or want to sign up for an event?
Learn more
Presentations


The Lalich Center offers many opportunities for survivors and professionals to meet, learn, and share resources. Through psychoeducational recovery courses, workshops, discussion groups and continuing education, we provide curated spaces, led by trusted professionals in cult and trauma recovery, and knowledgeable Lalich Center team members.
To learn more about any of these resources, and speak with a Lalich Center team member, fill out our contact form.


Dr. Janja Lalich, Keynote Presentation, DeCult Conference 2024, Christchurch, New Zealand
US expert Dr Janja Lalich is a Professor Emerita of Sociology and an international authority on cults, extremism, and coercion.
Copyright: The Decult Trust
Further info on decult.net


Perspectives on U.S. Cult-related Court Cases
Janja Lalich, Ph.D., Emerita Professor of Sociology
Cult-related court cases in the United States face significant obstacles that hinder justice for victims. Few attorneys are willing to take these cases, and even fewer qualified experts can testify on their behalf. Courts often avoid such cases due to First Amendment concerns, while cult apologists muddy the waters by blurring the lines between religion and coercion. This confusion impacts criminal and civil proceedings, including divorce and custody battles.
Explore the full presentation to uncover the complexities of these legal battles and why they matter.
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